Here’s a simple, fresh, and tangy Cucumber Tomato Salad recipe 🍅🥒 — perfect as a side dish or a light snack.
🥗 Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced (English or regular)
- 3–4 ripe tomatoes, chopped or sliced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional, for bite)
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1–2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sugar or honey (optional, balances acidity)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs: parsley, dill, or basil, chopped (optional)
- Feta cheese or olives (optional, for extra flavor)
🥄 Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables:
- Wash and slice cucumbers and tomatoes.
- Thinly slice red onion if using.
- Place all in a large bowl.
- Make the dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, sugar (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Combine:
- Pour dressing over vegetables.
- Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Add herbs and extras:
- Sprinkle with fresh chopped herbs.
- Add feta cheese or olives if desired.
- Chill and serve:
- Let it sit 10–15 minutes in the fridge to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve cold or at room temperature.
💡 Tips:
- For a crispier salad, peel cucumbers if their skin is thick, and remove tomato seeds if very juicy.
- You can add a splash of balsamic vinegar for a sweeter tang.
If you want, I can give a Mediterranean-style version that’s even more vibrant and packed with flavor. Do you want me to do that?
